Defender vs Discovery 5: Which Is Better Touring 4WD?

Why Did The Defender Beat The Discovery 5? This was a tough decision. These cars are very similar. Engines are similar, dimensions are similar, towing credentials are similar. They play in the same sandbox. Yet, they have very different personalities. In the end, I decided that Discovery is the better all-around car while the Defender… Continue reading Defender vs Discovery 5: Which Is Better Touring 4WD?

The Psychology Of 4WD Ownership

We love our 4WDs. They’re not soulless, practical solutions to the problem of locomotion. Whether we like it or are aware of it, our cars form parts of our identities. As humans, we identify with certain brands that we feel support our perception of ourselves. Being a Toyota owner means something. Being a Land Rover… Continue reading The Psychology Of 4WD Ownership

3 Biggest 4WD Payload Killers

Payload is important because very few 4WDs can act as capable, reliable tourers in their stock form. In most cases, you’ll need to add about 150-500 kg of aftermarket equipment in order to raise the car’s survivability, offroad performance and practicality. Such items are: bullbar winch door sill protection bash plates suspension lift light truck… Continue reading 3 Biggest 4WD Payload Killers

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Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Best SUV or 4WD For Towing In Australia For 2024

What’s the best SUV for towing in Australia? A lot of people will say that you can’t go past the iconic Toyota LC200. Yet, this is not entirely true. While the LC200 is a hugely capable 4WD, it has surprising limitations in the context of towing – especially in stock form. Controversial, I know. To… Continue reading Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Best SUV or 4WD For Towing In Australia For 2024

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Let’s Explore Australia By 4WD

Australia is an outdoor adventure waiting to happen. Most of the country’s 25 million citizens live in cities – surrounded by concrete, buses and hordes of suited-up office workers. Very few venture out into the wilderness to explore the trails and tracks that start where the asphalt ends. Don’t get me wrong. I do enjoy… Continue reading Let’s Explore Australia By 4WD